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Chicago, IL, US

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Every other month, we pack the house at a neighborhood venue with video and live sketches, improv, standup, and other comedy performances.

Greater Chicago Area

I fulfilled a longtime dream when I directed my first show at the legendary Second City, IS THIS US?, in 2018--I also wrote and performed in the show. The cast I assembled reunited for VIEWER DEPRESSION ADVISED in 2019, which was even more successful, selling out its 97-seat theater during its three-night run.

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Evanston, Illinois

By crafting powerful and informative blog posts, research papers, and copy, I helped increase sales of B2B software products across various industries, including supply chain, warehouse management, e-commerce, and e-publishing. I brought entertainment and creativity to each piece, crafting them to deliver copy that inspires and electrifies consumers.

Libertyville, IL

Working with kids is a blast, and teaching them improv comedy and film production is one of the most fun experiences imaginable. At Improv Playhouse, I teach introductory summer courses that allow kids age 7-16 to discover and express their creativity. I also perform in improv showcases to promote the company's classes.

Greater Chicago Area

At this nonprofit that supported pediatric cancer patients through the healing process with humor, I embraced this compelling mission by collaborating with other charities, working directly to plan and execute projects from start to finish. A video I produced for Camp One Step helped raise a record $370,000 in donations for the organization. I also.

Chicago, Illinois, United States

In "Emojinal Rollercoaster," I portrayed a dimwitted cop trying to swoop a librarian off her feet and a progressive caveman.

In Parker Olson's "Me and My Unfortunate Existence," I contributed several sketches, including a recurring story in which I played an unstable adult who acquired a golden ticket to visit Willy Wonka's chocolate factory.

My key contribution to "A Conflict of Disinterest" was a sketch in which two Mormon brothers bonded over Burger King. It was funnier than it sounds, I promise.

Chicago, Illinois, United States

In the Halloween-themed "Dankenstein's Monster" sketch revue, I played Pennywise (the clown from Stephen King's It) taunting someone for her fear of pickles before showing his softer side.

Chicago, IL

To expand my post-production capabilities, I embarked on this internship with this innovative, all-encompassing video company. During this time, I provided assistance on dozens of projects, juggling multiple videos and collaborating with other editors. I was determined to learn and build skills and credibility--I wound up being late for a happy hour.

I connected parents to the classroom through over 100 videos spotlighting innovations and events in the third-largest school district in Virginia. I was involved in each stage of the production process, from initial pre-production scripts and storyboards to final post-production edits and motion graphic design. During my tenure, I led interns through their.

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Film/Cinema/Video Studies

Minor in Business and Marketing Minor in Electronic Journalism

Education record

Improv levels A – E Writing levels 1 – 6 Late Night Writing On-Camera Hosting Diagnostics

Improvisational Comedy

Improv levels 1 – 5

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Improv level 1 – 2 SNL Packet Writing Voice Fundamentals

Education record

Improv levels 1 & 2

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Meisner class level 1 & 2

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Introduction to Standup

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Sketch Writing 101